MYC605 Ring Of Kerry

The Ring of Kerry is rich with ancient myths, featuring legendary giants, phantom spirits, and magical landscapes. County Kerry in Ireland is named after the Cíarraige, an early pre-Gaelic tribe that lived in the region. The Ring of Kerry is a 179-kilometer (111-mile) scenic driving and cycling route that loops around the Iveragh Peninsula in County Kerry, southwestern Ireland.Legend says the rugged Gap of Dunloe was carved by the mighty strides of the giant Fionn mac Cumhaill., and his immense footsteps are also credited with forming the iconic lakes and mountains across Killarney.Overlooking Lough Léin in Killarney, Ross Castle is said to be haunted by a wailing banshee whose cries foretell the death of members of the O'Donoghue clan.